Orioles Youngster Coby Mayo Could Be Trade Target for Guardians

The 24-year-old first baseman is blocked in Baltimore and could be a long-term fit in Cleveland's lineup.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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The Baltimore Orioles have a logjam at first base after signing Pete Alonso, and their promising 24-year-old prospect Coby Mayo has been mentioned in trade discussions. The Cleveland Guardians, who have been quiet this offseason, could be an ideal landing spot for Mayo, as he would provide right-handed power to their lineup and could potentially transition to third base long-term.

Why it matters

Mayo is a talented young player who has shown promise in the minors, but his path to regular playing time in Baltimore is unclear. A trade to the Guardians could give him the opportunity to develop at the major league level and potentially become a long-term piece for a team building for the future.

The details

Mayo slashed .217/.299/.388 with 12 doubles and 11 home runs in 85 games for the Orioles in 2025. He has struggled defensively at third base but has shown he can play first base and DH. With Ryan Mountcastle and Alonso ahead of him on the depth chart, the Orioles are exploring trade options for Mayo. The Guardians, who haven't been active this offseason, could be interested in acquiring Mayo to bolster their right-handed power and give him a chance to develop at the major league level, potentially transitioning him to third base long-term.

  • The Orioles have been exploring trade options for Mayo in recent days.
  • The Guardians will take on the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday, February 21, in their first spring training game.

The players

Coby Mayo

A 24-year-old first baseman in the Baltimore Orioles organization who has shown promise in the minors but is blocked on the major league roster.

Pete Alonso

A first baseman who the Orioles signed to a five-year, $155 million contract this offseason, creating a logjam at the position.

Ryan Mountcastle

The Orioles' starting first baseman, also blocking Mayo's path to regular playing time.

David Fry

A utility player for the Guardians who could be a potential trade piece in a deal for Mayo.

Jose Ramirez

The Guardians' star third baseman, who Mayo could potentially learn from and eventually replace at the position.

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What they’re saying

“There's no surprise that there can be trades happening. It wouldn't be a shocker to anybody. You kind of know the situation you're in and you have to not worry about the future, kind of live in the moment.”

— Coby Mayo (MLB Trade Rumors)

What’s next

The Guardians will take on the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday, February 21, in their first spring training game, where they may continue to evaluate their roster and potential trade options.

The takeaway

The Orioles' signing of Pete Alonso has created a logjam at first base, putting Coby Mayo's future in Baltimore in question. The Guardians, who have been quiet this offseason, could be an ideal landing spot for Mayo, as he would provide right-handed power and a long-term option at either first base or third base.